Full Candidate List (Alappuzha – Candidates 11)
- A M Ariff – LDF – Hammer, Sickle and Star
- K C Venugopal – UDF – Hand
- Shobana K K (Sobha Surendran) – NDA – Lotus
- Muraleedharan K – Bahujan Samaj Party – Elephant
- Arjunan – SUCI – Battery Torch
- Vayalar Rajeevan – Bahujan Dravida Party – Diamond
- Jayakrishnan P – Independent – Gas Cylinder
- Jyothi Abraham – Independent – Television
- Adv K M Shajahan – Independent – Autorickshaw
- Shajahan V A – Independent – Cauliflower
- Satheesh Shenayi – Independent – Apple
Alappuzha readies itself for a consequential Lok Sabha election in 2024, featuring a diverse array of eleven candidates, each representing distinct political parties or standing independently. With a multitude of symbols embodying varied ideologies and commitments, the electoral stage in Alappuzha is set for a dynamic and engaging contest.
At the forefront of the electoral race is MM Ariff, representing the Left Democratic Front (LDF), symbolized by the hammer, sickle, and star. Ariff’s candidacy encapsulates the LDF’s commitment to socialist principles and grassroots empowerment, promising voters a platform focused on social justice and equitable development.
Challenging Ariff’s bid for representation is KC Venugopal of the United Democratic Front (UDF), symbolized by the hand. Venugopal brings with him a wealth of experience and a pledge for inclusive governance, vowing to address the diverse needs of Alappuzha and its constituents.
Sobhana K K stands as the candidate for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), symbolized by the lotus, advocating for cultural resurgence and economic prosperity in the constituency.
Muraleedharan K represents the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), symbolized by the elephant, championing the rights and empowerment of marginalized communities in Alappuzha.
Arjunan enters the fray under the banner of the Socialist Unity Centre of India (SUCI), symbolized by the battery torch, aiming to illuminate the path towards socialist ideals and workers’ rights in the constituency.
Vayalar Rajeevan stands as the candidate for the Bahujan Dravida Party, symbolized by the diamond, promising to prioritize the welfare and rights of marginalized sections of society.
In addition to the party candidates, six independent contenders have joined the electoral race, each with their unique symbols and agendas. Jayakrishnan P, symbolized by the gas cylinder, aims to address energy needs and infrastructure challenges in Alappuzha.
Jyothi Abraham, symbolized by the television, seeks to amplify the voices of the people and bridge the gap between communities and their representatives.
Adv K M Shajahan, symbolized by the autorickshaw, emphasizes the importance of accessible transportation and mobility for all.
Shajahan V A, symbolized by the cauliflower, brings a fresh perspective to governance and policymaking in Alappuzha.
Satheesh Shenayi, symbolized by the apple, aims to promote agricultural development and food security in the constituency.
As the campaign trail heats up, candidates will engage in a flurry of rallies, public meetings, and door-to-door canvassing to garner support from the electorate. Issues such as economic development, social welfare, and environmental sustainability are expected to dominate the electoral discourse, shaping the preferences of voters in Alappuzha.
With the future of the constituency hanging in the balance, voters face a crucial decision in choosing their representative for the Lok Sabha. The outcome of the election will not only determine the trajectory of Alappuzha but also contribute to the broader narrative of Indian democracy and governance.